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Betty before X

Betty before X

BiographyHistorical Fiction
Pages
254
Published
2018
Language
English

Synopsis

Betty, who would later marry Malcolm X, moves to 1940s Detroit to live with her mother and stepfamily after being raised by her aunt. In this new environment, she begins to learn about the burgeoning civil rights movement. This story explores her early life and experiences that shaped her.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

InspiringInformativeThought-Provoking
Coming of AgeFamily Saga

Genres

Biography Historical Fiction Young Adult History

Authors

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Ilyasah Shabazz

Ilyasah Shabazz writes about her family's history and the legacy of Malcolm X. Her books, such as The Awakening of Malcolm X, Betty before X, and Growing Up X, provide personal accounts of the civil rights era and her parents' lives.

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Shabazz

Shabazz is known for "Betty before X," a book that has resonated with many readers. It offers a fresh look at its subject matter.